The posting
Job Description
Assist in the system-wide procedures for identifying Multilingual learners. Administer standardized language proficiency assessment and other academic assessments to the potential Multilingual learners. Perform family engagement tasks during the enrollment process.
Responsibilities
- Interviews parents and students in another language to document complete educational history. Facilitates the process for any language needed to complete the process.
- Reviews and verifies confidential government documents presented by the family. Works closely with the registrar to review transcripts for determining eligibility for English Language Development (ELD) services.
- Assesses and scores students on English, math, and native language assessments.
- Answers telephone calls and provides information in languages other than English.
- Schedules appointments and maintains office calendars.
- Contacts parents/families in languages other than English to support families in navigating the school system and its resources.
- Enters data in digital platforms, creates spreadsheets, and reports.
- Creates posts for the office social media campaign in various media.
- Maintains office files and orders supplies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training, and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent and college coursework. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience working with immigrant communities required.
Experience in a K-12 educational systems preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proficiency in at least one language other than English.
Demonstration of strong oral and written communication skills in multiple languages.
Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class is generally performed in an office. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers and occasional limited physical activities. Work hours will include evenings and weekends.
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: May be required to work additional hours with little or no notice.
SALARY: $18.54 per hour (contractual)
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at https://www.bcps.org/fiscalservices/payroll.
OTHER COMPENSATION: This position may also be eligible for comp time as per the OPE Master Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding. Visit the BCPS website for additional information at https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=69996497.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Application Instructions Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
- Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
- Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
- Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
- You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education:
- Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
- Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency:
- Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
- Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
Contact Information:
Office of Temporary and Support Services
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 443-809-8952
